Pick of the Week – An event NOT to be missed…
Friday, July 22
4th annual Cycling Classic
The Fourth Annual Superior Ambulance Elmhurst Cycling Classic returns to Elmhurst in and around Elmhurst College and Wilder Park. Races begin at 11 a.m. and continue all day and into the evening for “Racing Under The Stars.” Spectacular event for the whole family. Free.
Tuesday, June 26
From 12 noon to 2 p.m., the Elmhurst Historical Museum presents Summer Memory Jars as a Summer Fun & Games program for ages 4-12. Collect objects and trinkets from your summer adventures and make a special memory jar to preserve for years to come. Bring a blanket and picnic lunch to enjoy on the lawn (11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.). The Museum will provide complimentary juice boxes and a sweet treat (while supplies last). Drop-in program, no reservations required. An adult caregiver must accompany children. Fee: $1/members; $2/non-members. Info: 630-833-1457 or elmhursthistory.org.
Wednesday, July 27
From 7-9 p.m., the City will host an open house at Elmhurst City Hall, where residents are invited to hear about the Metra Station Information meeting. Free and open to the public.
Thursday, July 28
From 7-9 p.m., the Spring Road Business Association brings the band Lake Effect to the Gazebo on Spring Road at the Prairie Path (just south of Roberto’s Ristorante). The popular local band appears at nightclubs and other venues throughout Chicagoland. The concert is free and open to the public. Bring your own lawn chair or blanket, as well as a picnic or snacks.
Friday, July 29
From 2-3 p.m., the Elmhurst Library and the History Museum join forces to bring the Invention Incubator. Held at the library, there will be have pre-owned electronics to tinker with, and other materials to let your inventive juices go wild. Take home your creation at the end of the program. No previous invention experience needed. For kids entering grades 3-8. Register with your valid Elmhurst Public Library card. Co-presented by Elmhurst Public Library and Elmhurst History Museum in connection with the EHM “But Wait, There’s More!” exhibit. Info: elmhursthistory.org or 630-833-1457
Friday & Saturday, July 29 & 30
The Elmhurst Children’s Theatre will perform Elf The Musical Jr. at Field School on July 29 at 7 p.m. and July 30 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets, available at the door, are $8 each.
Thursday-Sunday, Aug. 4-7
The AAUW will hold its annual used book sale at Lincoln Elementary School. Opening night is Thurs., Aug. 4 from 6-9 p.m. and carries an admission charge of $10 per person. Hours on Fri., Aug. 5 are 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sat., Aug. 6 10 a.m.-3 p.m. On Sun., Aug. 7 from 12-3 p.m. is “Bag Day.” Fill a bag with books for $10. Admission is free on Fri., Sat., and Sun. Proceeds support AAUW scholarship programs.
Ongoing programs:
• The AAUW is collecting books and media for its annual sale on Aug. 4-7 at Lincoln School. The group is seeking used books, CDs and DVDs. Books and media can be dropped off in barrels now through July 31 at: Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. Prospect Ave.; Courts Plus, 186 S. West Ave.; and Jewel Osco, 944 S. York Road. To schedule a special pickup of donations or for info, call 331-457-7661 or email [email protected].
• Now open is the latest exhibit by the Elmhurst History Museum, “But Wait, There’s More.” The Pocket Fisherman, the Chop-O-Matic, Mr. Microphone—any Baby Boomer of the 1960s or 1970s remembers America’s most famous TV pitchman: Chicagoan Ron Popeil. Learn his story through “the art of the pitch” interactive video, make-your-own TV commercial in a booth, and explore many of Popeil’s most popular gadgets at hands-on displays. Info: elmhursthistory.org or 630-833-1457
• A support group for family caregivers of older adults meets the second and fourth Thursdays of every month from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Elmhurst Public Library’s second floor study room. (Not an Elmhurst Library program.) Info: (630) 833-9665.
• The Elmhurst American Legion, T.H.B. Post No. 187, hosts a fish fry every Friday night from 6-8:30 p.m. Ribs available first Friday of the month. Musical entertainment follows. Karaoke on the second Friday of each month. Bingo on Wednesdays, starting with Early Birds at 6:45 p.m. Info: 630-833-7800.
• Now through Sept. 18 during regular museum hours, a special exhibit “Minerals in Food featuring the Rock Café,” is at the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, 220 Cottage Hill Ave. Regular admission applies. Info: 630-833-1616 or lizzadromuseum.org
• TOPS—Take Off Pounds Sensibly—meets on Friday mornings at Grace Lutheran Church 950 S. York Road, Bensenville. Weigh-in at 9:30 a.m., meeting from 10-11 a.m. Info: email Millie at [email protected]
